Vegas Golden Knights vs. Colorado Avalanche: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 1, 2024

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Oct 1, 2024 9:13 AM
The Vegas Golden Knights, riding a 2-1-0 start to the season, travel to Ball Arena to take on the winless Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, October 1 at 9:30 PM. The Avs, still searching for their first point, will look to turn things around on home ice, where they're 0-2-0 so far. Expect a heated matchup as these Western Conference foes clash in the Mile High City.
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Golden Knights vs Avalanche statistics

Stat Golden Knights Avalanche
Goals For per Game 3.67 2.33
Goals Against per Game 2.33 4.33
Shots per Game 29.0 27.3
Shots Against per Game 22.0 32.7
Power Play Goals 1 4
Power Play Goals Against 4 2
Short Handed Goals 0 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 30 43
Power Play Percentage 9.1 33.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 66.7 81.8

Colorado Avalanche recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/29/24 vs Utah Hockey Club L 6-3
9/27/24 @ Dallas Stars L 4-2
9/23/24 vs Dallas Stars L 3-2
5/17/24 vs Dallas Stars L 2-1 2OT
5/15/24 @ Dallas Stars W 5-3

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/27/24 vs Utah Hockey Club W 5-2
9/25/24 vs Los Angeles Kings L 3-2
9/22/24 @ San Jose Sharks W 4-2
5/5/24 @ Dallas Stars L 2-1
5/3/24 vs Dallas Stars W 2-0

Golden Knights vs Avalanche predictions

When the Vegas Golden Knights hit the ice, all eyes are likely to be on Tanner Laczynski and Jack Eichel. Laczynski has been lighting it up early this season with a goal and a couple of assists to his name. His knack for finding open teammates shows he could be a key playmaker against the Avalanche. Then there's Eichel, whose all-around skill has already racked up three points. His ability to turn a game on its head could really come into play, especially given the high stakes of trying to maintain their positive streak on the road.

Switching gears to the Colorado Avalanche, the young gun Calum Ritchie is one to watch. Popping in two goals already, his sharpshooting skills might just be what the Avs need to snatch their first win of the season. Alongside him, Nikolai Kovalenko, with two assists to his name, could prove pivotal in setting up key plays. Considering their current standings, both these players are probably feeling the pressure to perform, which might just fuel their fire even more when facing the Golden Knights.

Given the dynamics and the current form of both teams, the match is primed to be a nail-biter. The Golden Knights, with their solid start, particularly away from home, seem to have a slight edge. However, underestimating the Avalanche, especially with their backs against the wall at home, could be a mistake. Still, if I had to put my money on it, I’d lean towards the Vegas Golden Knights pulling off a close win, possibly fueled by stand-out performances from their key players like Laczynski and Eichel.

Colorado Avalanche injuries

  • Miles Wood (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Ondrej Pavel (C): Out

Vegas Golden Knights injuries

  • William Karlsson (C): Out

Golden Knights vs Avalanche game info

Venue Ball Arena
Location Denver, CO
Puck drop Tue 9:30 PM
TV TNT

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